Flying from London to Jaipur Airport (JAI): what you need to know
London has many airports where you can start your holiday. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Jaipur Airport (JAI). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
Jaipur is 5 hours 30 minutes ahead of London. Jaipur Airport is located in Jaipur, which operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from London to JAI.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from London to JAI that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LHR and JAI include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The distance from central London to LHR is approximately 31 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from London to Jaipur Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Jaipur Airport, browse these options when taking off from London Gatwick Airport:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 1 hour and 26 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from London to JAI? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
About Jaipur Airport (JAI)
If you have a late flight from London to Jaipur Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near JAI:
Getting from Jaipur Airport (JAI) to central Jaipur
Jaipur Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Jaipur. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 32 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 2 hours and 6 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Jaipur Airport (JAI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Jaipur Airport is $366. The cheapest price for a return flight is $739. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find flight tickets from London to JAI if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool to compare the prices of tickets from London to Jaipur Airport across the entire month. The lowest fares are marked in green, so you can easily choose a flight that fits your budget.
Finding a cheap ticket from London to JAI is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London to Jaipur Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from London to Jaipur Airport (JAI)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from London to Jaipur Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Jaipur, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Before you book a flight from London to JAI, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Jaipur, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 43ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap flights from London to Jaipur Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Jaipur
Start your Jaipur trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Jaipur Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Amber Fort, Hawa mahal museum and City Palace are must-visits when exploring Jaipur.
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